Starting in the 9th grade, all students in the Health Science Program are encouraged to join HOSA, the national student organization for students in pursuit of a health career. Our BHS HOSA chapter participates in many activities throughout the year, including: Homecoming week at BHS, Regional and State competition, fundraisers, public education, and various community service projects.
Benefits of HOSA membership include : building leadership skills, the opportunity to build relationships in the healthcare community, scholarship opportunities, the opportunity to travel, earn community service hours and many more!
Program Goals:
The Health Science program at Belleview High School aims to prepare students for a future in healthcare. Whether students are planning on attaining post-secondary education or entering directly into the workforce, our program provides a foundation of knowledge and skills necessary for a career in healthcare. Students will shadow at Advent Health Ocala and other health care facilities during the Allied Health Assisting 3 course, as well as have the opportunity to become certified in CMAA, CNA, and BLS.
Typical Program Progression:
9th grade: Medical Skills & Services
10th grade: Health Science 1
11th grade: Health Science 2
12th grade: Allied Health Assisting 3 and/or Behavioral Health Technician/EKG Tech*
11th or 12th grade year, students are encouraged to take Anatomy & Physiology Honors (after passing Biology) as their science course
*EKG Tech is tentative
Certifications:
Students in Belleview High School’s Health Science program have the opportunity to sit for industry certification exams.
Health Science 2 (typically 11th grade year) - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
Allied Health Assisting 3 (12th grade year) - Certified Nursing Assistant, Basic Life Support
Contact Information:
Sara Glisson
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Rhiannon Harvey
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Stephanie Taddeo
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